Mr. Kiwi (or New Zealand)

Authors

  • Reginald Forest Austin Peay State University

Keywords:

Folklore, New Zealand music

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Phillip Humphrey Garland was an icon of New Zealand culture and society. His inquiries into New Zealand folklore enriched those citizens and abroad. Yet his contributions also force a rethinking into assumptions of the purity of any culture and music. He and folk culture transcend elite limitations. 

Author Biography

Reginald Forest, Austin Peay State University

English professor

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Published

2018-12-08

Issue

Vol. 32 (2017): Remembering Phil Garland and exploring New Caledonia

Section

In Memoriam

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